Cook/Catering Assistant – Boarding School - New Plymouth

Monday to Thursday (term time only)

Do you thrive in a busy, fast paced environment and have a passion for food? Are you warm and engaging with a can-do attitude? If yes then we are looking for you!

We need you to help us deliver the best food service experience in the industry! Cater Plus is proud to be the new service provider for catering services at New Plymouth Girls’ High School’s Hostel and Café where we cater for approximately 110 students who board on site during the school term, as well as operate the school cafeteria. Our aim is to provide a home away from home with a delicious meal service that supports health and wellbeing and provides the fuel needed for success.

This position is working approximately 30 hours per week, Monday to Thursday with varying shifts between 9.00am – 7.00pm. It is educational, meaning there is no work during school holidays - perfect for someone seeking work/life balance and more time to spend with family.

What you’ll do:
• prepare food to menu requirements under the direction of a chef manager.
• ensure the kitchen is safe and hazard free by doing dishes, removing rubbish, and cleaning.
• support the chef with food preparation.
• assist with service and clearing away afterwards.
• top up supplies, help to keep the kitchen running smoothly, and left clean and tidy at the end of shift.

Who You Are:
• have bulk cooking experience, either within a commercial kitchen, or as an accomplished home cook.
• a flexible team player who can stay cool under pressure.
• friendly and engaging and enjoy making the students’ day by serving amazing meals.
• able to work safely in an industrial kitchen with large hot pots and trays.
• able to take initiative and be comfortable to work unsupervised when required.

Cater Plus is a company that prides itself on top service and a next-level passion for food. Join our team, made up of over 550 individuals that live our values, and where our people are what truly make this company stand out from the rest. If you think this sounds like the role for you please apply online now.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake Police Vetting prior to commencement.